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What is a nasogastric (NG) tube?
A nasogastric (NG) tube is a long flexible tube inserted into a person's nose and threaded into the stomach. An NG tube may be used for treatments such as draining liquid or air from the stomach and delivering medicines.
It also can deliver fluid that contains nutrients directly into the stomach. This is called tube feeding.
Nasogastric (NG) tube in children: When to call
Call your doctor now or seek immediate medical care if:
- Your child chokes or has trouble breathing during a feeding.
- The tube comes out.
- The tube is blocked.
- Your child has new or worse belly pain.
- Your child has a fever.
- Your child is vomiting.
- Your child cannot pass stools or gas.
Watch closely for changes in your child's health, and be sure to contact your doctor if your child has any problems.
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